2003 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2012 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2012 Lotus Exige is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. (167 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 778 kg more than 2012 Lotus Exige.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Exige. (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mercedes-Benz E | 2012 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lotus |
Model | E | Exige |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 942 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 44 L |